Why is the Lockwood Road subway closed?

The Lockwood Road subway was closed because a car was deliberately set on fire. This resulted in significant structural damage to mainly the subway roof. There was a significant risk that the subway could collapse with the loading of the traffic on the A635 Dearne Valley Parkway. This meant that extensive structural assessments needed to be carried out to the subway.

We'll now be working with a contractor to undertake repairs to the damaged roof of the subway. This will mean a temporary closure in order for us to complete these works.

We'll keep the public informed about any updates.

Progress made during the closure of Dearne Valley Bypass

Repair works commenced on June 3 with the establishment of the site working area and compound, followed by the start of the hydro-demolition works. This has focused on removing the damaged concrete roof slab to expose the steel reinforcement bars.

Further work will continue over the coming months including:

• Fixing of new reinforcement steel.
• A new concrete roof slab.
• Reinstatement of the carriageway.

The work is scheduled to be completed by September 2024. The timeline of work is subject to the successful interaction of all the programmed works, any further repairs to the steel reinforcement and no further vandalism onsite.

How long will it take to repair the subway?

An extensive set of works is needed to repair the subway. Subject to no further work being needed and no vandalism, we expect the works will be mainly completed in September 2024.

As soon as the subway is safe, we'll reopen Dearne Valley Bypass.

When will the bypass be reopened?

We'll work to reopen the bypass as soon as all the repairs are complete on the subway and it's safe to do so.

Will the same diversion be in place when the bypass is closed again?

Once the bypass closes, the previous diversion route will be put in place.

The traffic heading towards Doncaster will be diverted onto Barrowfield Road and Lidget Lane. The traffic heading towards Barnsley will be diverted onto Doncaster Road and Barnsley Road through Goldthorpe town centre.

Dearne Valley Parkway road closure

• Red line - road closure.
• Blue line - diversion route for westbound traffic (towards Barnsley).
• Purple line - diversion route for eastbound traffic (towards Doncaster).

If you need more details about this map, please call us on (01226) 773555.

How will updates be communicated to local residents?

We’ll continue to update this webpage as work progresses. Regular updates will also be posted on our Facebook page and other social media channels. 

How you can find out more information

We understand that this closure may raise concerns among local residents and visitors. We'll update this page as our work progresses.

We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time. Your safety remains our top priority, and we're committed to resolving the situation as swiftly as possible.

How can you help?

The delays to opening the road are a consequence of the constant vandalism to the security measures on site. If you have any information about the incident itself or the recent vandalism of the Lockwood Road subway, please contact safer@barnsley.gov.uk.

You can also help by not attempting to enter the subway or the area around it.